Question

A 62-year-old with AF and nonischemic cardiomyopathy (EF 30%) asks about ICD. Which is generally appropriate after GDMT optimisation?

Accepted Answer

Consider primary-prevention ICD if EF ≤35% after ≥3 months GDMT

Answer

ICD contraindicated in cardiomyopathy

Answer

ICD only if EF ≤25%

Answer

ICD immediately after diagnosis

Answer

CRT only

Practice question

A 62-year-old with AF and nonischemic cardiomyopathy (EF 30%) asks about ICD. Which is generally appropriate after GDMT optimisation?